The KNB Scholarship Program is a scholarship program provided by the Government of Indonesia to prospective students coming from developing countries to study full time to complete Master’s and Doctoral Degree at Indonesian universities, including Institut Teknologi Bandung. The term ‘KNB’ stands for Kemitraan Negara Berkembang or Partnerships (for) Developing Countries.
Coverages
Academic Cost
International Journal Publication Assistance Fund
Research Grant
Round Trip Ticket and Visa Cost
International Seminar Grant
Education Support Fund
Monthly Living, Settle-in,
Accommodation Allowance
Health Insurance
Study Programs
Doctoral
- Physics
- Nuclear Science and Technology
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Management Science
- Pharmacy
- Biology
- Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
- Electrical Engineering and Informatics
- Engineering Physics
Master’s
- Geodesy and Geomatics Engineering
- Computational Sciences
- Actuarial Science
- Visual Art
- Design
- Logistics
- Instrumentation and Control
- Industrial Engineering and Management
- Engineering Physics
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Water Supply and Sanitation Infrastructure Management
- Water Resources Management
- Civil Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Geothermal Engineering
- Geophysical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Landscape Architecture
- Architecture
- Development Studies
- Urban Design
- Tourism Planning
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Management Science
- Business Administration
- Pharmacy
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Biomanagement
- Informatics
- Electrical Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Earth Sciences
- Highway Engineering and Development
- Environmental Engineering
Application Steps
Step 1 - Verification by Embassy
Required documents:
✔ Curriculum Vitae
✔ Scan of valid passport
✔ English Proficiency Test (for non-English speaking applicants)
✔ Recommendation Letter from Employer/Immediate Supervisor (English/Bahasa)
✔ Academic Recommendation Letter from Previous Schools (English/Bahasa)
✔ Academic Certificate & Transcript (English/Bahasa) – Must be recognized by the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the applicant’s country
Additional for Doctoral Applicants:
✔ Recommendation Letter from potential research supervisor (from a university participating in the KNB Scholarship)
✔ Statement of Purpose (English/Bahasa)
Step 2 - Embassy Review
Passed applicants will receive a Recommendation Letter from the Embassy.
Step 3 - Online Application
Apply at: knb.kemdiktsaitek.go.id
| Activities | Schedule |
| Application | until 21 March 2025 |
| Selection Administration | 24 March – 09 May 2025 |
| Selection Academic, Interview & Psychological Test | 14 May – 05 June 2025 |
| Announcement | 30 June 2025 (Batch 1), and 08 July 2025 (Batch 2) |
| Re-registration | 1 – 4 July 2025 (Batch 1), and 09 – 11 July 2025 (Batch 2) |
| Document Immigration for Submitting Students Visa | 21 July – 22 August 2025 |
| First day of class | September 2025 |
Deadline & Registration
Schedule
21 March 2025
Detail & Registration
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About ITB
INSTITUT TEKNOLOGI BANDUNG
THE OLDEST TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY IN INDONESIA
Established in 1920 as Technische Hoogeschool te Bandoeng (TH), Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) stands as Indonesia’s premier technical education institution. Over a century, it has evolved into a top engineering university with global recognition and accreditation. ITB pioneers advancements in science, technology, and the arts, boasting internationally accredited study programs and a conducive academic environment. With a diverse teaching staff and cutting-edge facilities, including laboratories, libraries, and web-based learning systems, ITB fosters collaboration and excellence in education and research on a global scale.
